Delphinium or Delphinion ( Ancient Greek: Δελφίνιον) was a town of ancient Chios located on the east side of the island, in a strong position, with harbours, and not far from the city of Chios. [1] [2] In preparation for the Siege of Chios during the Peloponnesian War, the Athenian admiral, Strombichides, fortified Delphinium (412/1 BCE). [3]
Its site is located near modern Delfini . [4] [5]
This article incorporates text from a publication now in the
public domain:
Smith, William, ed. (1854–1857). "Hyle".
Dictionary of Greek and Roman Geography. London: John Murray.
38°29′19″N 26°07′55″E / 38.4885°N 26.132°E
Delphinium or Delphinion ( Ancient Greek: Δελφίνιον) was a town of ancient Chios located on the east side of the island, in a strong position, with harbours, and not far from the city of Chios. [1] [2] In preparation for the Siege of Chios during the Peloponnesian War, the Athenian admiral, Strombichides, fortified Delphinium (412/1 BCE). [3]
Its site is located near modern Delfini . [4] [5]
This article incorporates text from a publication now in the
public domain:
Smith, William, ed. (1854–1857). "Hyle".
Dictionary of Greek and Roman Geography. London: John Murray.
38°29′19″N 26°07′55″E / 38.4885°N 26.132°E